Drawing on SOAS’s world-leading research and distinctive regional expertise, the programme equips students to engage critically with cutting-edge academic and policy debates on AI and sustainability. Alongside this critical perspective, students gain hands-on experience with machine learning and other data science methods through the analysis of real-world datasets and applications. This integrated approach – combining technical skills, sustainability analysis, and a global, context-sensitive perspective – prepares graduates to play a leading role in addressing sustainability challenges in the age of AI.